Cadastral Survey

The BLM conducts cadastral surveys which legally identify, create and mark public lands. A major component of the Alaska Land Transfer Program involves cadastral surveys and resurveys of public lands so conveyance and mineral entitlements can be finalized to the State of Alaska, Native regions and village corporations, individuals and other federal agencies.

The BLM is required to perform cadastral surveys on all Federal interest and Indian lands and all private land claims.